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# Senior Full Stack Server Engineer at Visual Concepts

- **Company:** Visual Concepts
- **Location:** Shanghai, China
- **Posted:** 2025-12-11
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/visualconcepts/jobs/4619436003

## Job description

At Visual Concepts, we believe great games are made by diverse and empowered teams with a shared passion for play. As one of the world’s top game development studios, we have shipped over 100 multi-sku titles to critical acclaim and commercial success. Our teams are independent and ambitious. Our studios in Novato, Irvine, Budapest, Shanghai, Austin, Boise, Seoul and Parksville, Canada are committed to artistry and ground breaking technology, offering top candidates the opportunity to learn and grow with some of the hardest working and most creative minds in the industry.

Visual Concepts China (Shanghai) is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Server Engineer to join our studio for an unannounced project. Widely regarded as one of the world’s top video game studios, Visual Concepts, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO). Visual Concepts is best known for some of the world’s greatest sports videogames, including the world’s #1-rated and #1-selling basketball franchise, NBA 2K.

What We Need:

We are looking for a  backend specialist, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure server-side applications and APIs. This role requires solid, hands-on experience in server API setup and configuration, along with a strong solid understanding of database storage solutions.

Who Will Be A Great Fit:

- Experience: 8-10 years of professional experience in software development, with at least 5 years focused on high-scale backend server engineering
- Server API Mastery: Demonstrable expertise in designing, building, documenting, and consuming complex server APIs (REST/GraphQL). Must have experience with API gateways and service-to-service communication
- Proficiency in major backend languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++)
- Database Proficiency: Strong solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MS SQL Server) including query optimization, indexing, and schema design. Good understanding on in-memory database solutions as well as NoSQL databases for scaling across machine clusters
- Cloud Computing: Hands-on experience deploying and managing applications on at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Expert knowledge of various testing methodologies and requirements (unit, integration, BVT, stress and performance testing). Able to setup testable framework for automation and white-box testing
- Bachelor or higher degree (or its equivalent) in Computer science, Computer engineering or a directly related field
- Love for video games (not just ours!)

Might Be Nice:

- Experience deploying large-scale microservices and distributed systems
- Good understanding of networking, data storage and security
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, Google Cloud Deployment Manager or Azure Resource Manager
- Understanding of a heavily regulated or high-traffic environment (e.g., FinTech, e-commerce, telecommunications)
- Prior experience in leading technical projects and mentoring junior engineers

*The exact job level and compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's relevant experience and expertise.

please email: hrcn@vcentertainment.com

To learn more about Visual Concepts and our studio locations, check out our website at [www.vcentertainment.com](http://www.vcentertainment.com)

## About Visual Concepts

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Visual Concepts is a leading video game development studio best known for creating the NBA 2K, WWE 2K, and LEGO 2K Drive franchises.
- **Entity Type**: Public (wholly owned subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., NASDAQ: TTWO, operating under the 2K publishing label)
- **Headquarters**: Novato, California, United States
- **Founded**: 1988
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Video game development (computer games)
- **Target Customers**: B2C – gamers worldwide, across console, PC, and mobile platforms
- **Mission Statement**: “Make great games that put the player first” – continuously pushing the envelope of what’s next in interactive entertainment.

## Products & Services
- **NBA 2K Series**: Flagship annual basketball simulation franchise, launched in 2000, known for its realism, deep career modes, and online play.
- **WWE 2K Series**: Professional wrestling simulation game, featuring extensive roster, creation tools, and story modes.
- **LEGO 2K Drive**: Open-world arcade racing game combining LEGO building mechanics with driving, released in 2023.
- **Other 2K Sports Titles**: Previous work on MLB 2K, NHL 2K, and other sports games.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed separately; parent company Take-Two Interactive has a market cap of approximately $30B (as of mid-2026).
- **Key Metric**: Revenue not publicly available at studio level; total funding not applicable (subsidiary).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Parent company Take-Two Interactive; publishing label 2K; partners include the NBA, WWE, and LEGO Group.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 477 employees as of mid-2026 (+1.3% YoY)
  - Operates studios in Novato (HQ), Irvine, Austin, Budapest, Shanghai, Seoul, and more
  - Acquired HookBang in 2021 to boost engineering talent
  - Continues to expand its global footprint with studios in China and Hungary

## Competitive Advantages
- **Longevity & IP Ownership**: Over 35 years of game development, owning or licensing some of the most valuable sports entertainment IPs (NBA, WWE).
- **Multi-Studio Model**: Studios across the US, Europe, and Asia allow for 24/7 development cycles and access to diverse talent pools.
- **Technical Excellence**: Deep expertise in Unreal Engine, Unity, custom engines, and advanced graphics (e.g., AI-driven animation, photogrammetry).
- **Track Record**: Consistent annual releases with high Metacritic scores and strong commercial performance.

## Strategic Focus
- **Innovation in Sports Gaming**: Investing in AI, machine learning, and real-time rendering to make NBA 2K and WWE 2K more immersive.
- **Expanding Franchises**: Growing the LEGO 2K series and exploring new IP under the 2K umbrella.
- **Global Talent Acquisition**: Actively hiring in Shanghai, Novato, and other studios to strengthen engineering, art, and design teams.
- **Player-Centric Design**: Emphasizing community feedback and live-service models to extend game longevity.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “More freedom to do what you do best” – the studio emphasizes giving employees tools, technology, and autonomy to produce their best work. LinkedIn rating of 4.2/5 (71 reviews) with positive marks for work-life balance (4.0), culture (4.1), and career growth (3.7).
- **Work Policy**: Not explicitly stated as remote/hybrid; locations include on-site studios. Some roles may offer flexibility.
- **Perks & Engineering Culture**: Access to cutting-edge tech stacks (Unreal Engine, Unity, AWS, Python, C++, etc.). Collaboration with top talent from EA, Blizzard, Lucasfilm, and more. Opportunities to work on globally recognized franchises.

## Sources
1. [Official Website](https://vcentertainment.com/)
2. [Careers Page (Greenhouse)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/visualconcepts)
3. [LinkedIn Company Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/company/visual-concepts)
4. [Studios Page](https://vcentertainment.com/studios/)

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